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MTA Unveils $68.4B Budget for 2025 - 2029

MTA Unveils $68.4B Budget for 2025 - 2029

The transit agency wants to introduce new subway cars, fix stations and modernize its signal system.
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New Yorkers Are Not Concerned Over Federal Investigations, Mayor Says

New Yorkers Are Not Concerned Over Federal Investigations, Mayor Says

New York City Mayor Eric Adams also defended police officers shooting a subway fare jumper in Brownsville.
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Public Schools Chancellor Advocates AI in Education

Public Schools Chancellor Advocates AI in Education

AI cannot replace great teachers and principals, but can help with evaluations and other tasks, Public Schools Chancellor David C. Banks said.
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Energized Brooklyn Dems Host Fundraiser for Harris at Junior's

Energized Brooklyn Dems Host Fundraiser for Harris at Junior's

The Brooklyn Democratic Party hosted a buoyant fundraiser for presidential nominee Kamala Harris on Monday.
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MTA Starts Automated Camera Enforcement on New Bus Routes

MTA Starts Automated Camera Enforcement on New Bus Routes

If you double park in a certain bus lanes, you will be issued a warning, and then fined between $50 to $250.
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Floyd Bennett Field Migrant Shelter to Operate For 1 More Year

Floyd Bennett Field Migrant Shelter to Operate For 1 More Year

The National Parks Service approved a one-year extension, according to the New York Post.
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NYC DOT Launches "Curb Enthusiasm" Podcast

NYC DOT Launches "Curb Enthusiasm" Podcast

The podcast talks about the latest trends and innovations in transportation and urban planning.
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City Council Approves Study For Reparations, Creates Task Force

City Council Approves Study For Reparations, Creates Task Force

City legislators want to study the damaging effects of slavery on Black Americans.
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Migrant Families Evicted from NYC Shelters Under 60-Day Limit, Report Says

Migrant Families Evicted from NYC Shelters Under 60-Day Limit, Report Says

Over half of the 12,560 migrant families facing eviction under Mayor Eric Adams’ 60-day shelter stay limit have left the shelter system, according to the Gothamist.
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MTA’s Future at Risk Amid Major Financial Challenges, Comptroller Says

MTA’s Future at Risk Amid Major Financial Challenges, Comptroller Says

State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli calculates that the MTA needs between $58 billion and $92 billion for the next five years.
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